The Blessed Virgin Mary is often described as the "Mystical Rose" and the "Rose without thorns." St. Ambrose wrote that a rose's thorns are symbolic of our sin. A rose with thorny vines reminds us to strive for Marian purity, but to always be aware of our original sin and the thorny traps set by our own concupiscence.
Gold-filled Rose Vine Cross Necklace. Comes wrapped within a jewelry box.